Assistant Dean of the College of Engineering

Posting Details Posting Number:
S000554

Posting Type:
External - Open to All Applicants

Job Title:
Assistant Dean of the College of Engineering

Position Title:
Assistant Dean of the College of Engineering

Position Type:
Administrative Staff

Classification:
2

Department:
College of Engineering

Benefits Summary:
Benefit package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription insurance, Life insurance, Workers Compensation insurance, Unemployment insurance, and Total Disability insurance. Retirement: The University contributes 4% of the regular salary with up to 3% additional in matched contributions into the TIAA Retirement Program. Other benefits include tuition remission for employee, spouse, and employees dependent children under the age of 25 (this does not include the last two year of the PharmD program or the JD), twenty days of vacation and twenty days of paid medical leave per year.

Pay Band:

Job Summary:
The Assistant Dean works closely with and reports directly to the Dean of the College of Engineering on all issues related to academic and student affairs. The Assistant Dean carries out their specific duties in coordination with the college as well as other academic and supporting units from across the campus. The Assistant Dean will provide strong leadership in developing, implementing, and continually updating the colleges plans for recruitment and retention. They are expected to practice, advocate and promote the highest of standards for academic achievement, honesty and professional integrity. The Assistant Dean will assist the Dean on other initiatives as assigned.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.

Scope:
The Assistant Dean will lead efforts in the College of Engineering in the areas of student recruitment and admissions, academic advising, and student retention.

Principal Responsibilities:
- Provide a leadership role for the recruitment of students to the College of Engineering and coordinate with the Office of Admissions
- Lead the admissions process for all students within the College of Engineering

- Lead retention and persistence efforts within the College of Engineering

- Provide input to the Dean on a broad range of topics.
- Serve as a resource for advising students on personal issues in addition to academic issues
- Serve as a resource to standing and ad hoc committees of the College of Engineering
- Teach selected courses (typically one annually) in their technical area of expertise
- Actively participate in scholarly and/or professional development activities

Required Skills:
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

- Must be willing to show interest and enthusiasm when meeting with students, prospective students, faculty, and staff.

- Must be able to to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Minimum Qualifications:
A Masters Degree, with a degree in engineering or a related field.
Individuals with a Ph.D. in engineering and/or professional experience are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

EEO Statement:
ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment. ONU celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.

College Description:
Ohio Northern University ( ONU ) is proud to be a place where the learning, development, and welfare of its students are the highest priorities of the institution. ONU offers an academic experience that starts with a university-wide focus on relationships, individual development, and guaranteed personal attention for our students.

The T. J. Smull College of Engineering is an undergraduate-only program that values the development of strong relationships between students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Faculty are encouraged to provide unique educational opportunities that fully develop individual students into practicing engineers and computer scientists. Our faculty members encourage students to ask questions, develop confidence in their abilities, develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and engage in high-impact learning opportunities such as undergraduate research, service learning, and engineering competition teams. Our award-winning 105,000 ft2 building accommodates our ongoing growth and provides great opportunities for high-impact learning.

We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about education and is invested in the success of our students. If you would like to be a part of a professional, collaborative team devoted to making a significant and lasting impact on the lives of young engineers, please consider applying to join us.

Appointment Length:
12-months

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Status:
Full-Time